Berries With Cointreau Recipe

This elegant dessert, inspired by a Boxing Day tradition, is bursting with fresh berry flavor and a delightful Cointreau kick. Perfect for summer gatherings or a special occasion, this recipe is incredibly flexible – use fresh or frozen berries and adjust the quantities to your liking. The beautiful presentation in martini glasses makes it a showstopper! Easily adaptable, even custard powder can be substituted for arrowroot in a pinch.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Calories 83.3 kcal

Protein 1g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Berries With Cointreau

Fresh Strawberries
Frozen Blueberries
Frozen Mixed Berries
Frozen Raspberries
Cointreau Liqueur
2 tbsp arrowroot powder
2 tbsp honey (or to taste)

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How to Make Berries With Cointreau

Hull and halve the strawberries, reserving approximately 10-15 whole strawberries for garnish.
In a clear glass bowl (for serving), gently combine the frozen berries and halved fresh strawberries.
In a small saucepan, whisk together the Cointreau, arrowroot powder, and honey. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens (about 2-3 minutes).
Add 1/4 of the berry mixture from the glass bowl to the saucepan. Puree or blend using an immersion blender until smooth.
Pour the pureed berry mixture over the remaining berries in the serving bowl. Gently stir to combine, keeping the whole strawberries on top for garnish.
Taste and adjust the sweetness and Cointreau level to your preference. If needed, add icing sugar for sweetness.
Cover the bowl with cling film and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve chilled, topped with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

69g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Berries With Cointreau?

Berries With Cointreau takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Berries With Cointreau?

Berries With Cointreau has approximately 83.3 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Berries With Cointreau?

The key ingredients for Berries With Cointreau are Fresh Strawberries, Frozen Blueberries, Frozen Mixed Berries, Frozen Raspberries, Cointreau Liqueur, Arrowroot. See the full list with measurements above.